Scottish Government commits to ambitious solar power deployment

Lorna Slater MSP, co-leader of the Scottish Green Party, announced at the party’s conference in Dunfermline that the Scottish Government has made the commitment.

Thomas McMillan, chairman of Solar Energy Scotland, said: “We are absolutely delighted that the Scottish Government has committed to a level of ambition for deploying solar technology as part of Scotland’s energy mix.“For too long solar has been sitting in the shadows of the wind sector which has meant Scotland has lagged behind on solar deployment.

Mr McMillan said the move will not only reduce carbon emissions but will also create jobs and help tackle the cost-of-living crisis.He added: “Setting a clear target for solar will benefit the industry, boosting investment and will ensure coherent action and direction across many policy areas, ranging from planning decisions on projects to creating green economic opportunities for people across Scotland.

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